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A once in a lifetime experience! Journey with us to Kleinbaai, 2 hours from Cape Town and have the adventure of a lifetime. Up close and personal with a Great White Shark.

Rather than just exploring the scenic nature spots of the Western Cape—this tour introduces you to the underwater world of Gansbaai. First, head out in a custom-designed boat to an area named ‘Shark Alley’. Then, descend underwater to spot several species of sharks, such as bronze whalers and seven-gill sharks, in an exhilarating cage diving experience. If you have questions—no problem. An experienced marine biologist joins you to teach you about shark identification and fascinating facts about these majestic creatures.

Discover the wild scenery, unique culture, and rugged coastline of the Cape Peninsula during this full-day sightseeing tour. Drive along the roads of this incredible peninsula, stopping to explore pristine beaches, charming coastal towns, and local wildlife. Observe a community of penguins on Boulders Beach, visit two oceans, and journey to the edge of the African continent at the Cape of Good Hope.

Get an adrenaline rush with a classic Cape Town experience: cage diving with sharks, including the iconic great white. After hotel pickup, travel to Gansbaai for breakfast and wetsuit fitting. The captain will anchor near Dyer Island to maximize shark sightings from the safety of the cage. Meanwhile, the onboard marine biologist will explain the animals' behavior.

Enjoy an intimate encounter with marine life on this cage diving and whale watching combo tour from Cape Town. See sharks up close from inside a safety cage or watch from the boat. Later, embark on a cruise to see migratory whales in the area, benefiting from your crew’s tracking expertise. Both activities can be ticked off in a day or spread over the duration of your stay. Keep energized for adventure with meals and snacks included as per itinerary.

The wine regions of Paarl, Franschoek, and Stellenbosch produce some of the finest wines in the Cape Winelands, surrounded by lush mountains and rolling vineyards. On this tour, enjoy a comprehensive introduction to South African wine as you visit four different wineries; sample a wide variety of red and white wines, including port brandy and sparkling wine; stop at a local restaurant for lunch; and taste regional specialties including cheese and chocolates.

Gansbaai is known as the great white shark capital of the world and is only a two-and-a-half hour scenic drive from Cape Town. It is here that we will make your dreams come true! The experienced crew will share their vast knowledge of the water world where they operate when they take you to view sharks from the surface or underwater from a cage. This marine wonderland is the closest place in the world where you can safely see these apex predators in their natural environment. Great White shark behaviour has been unpredictable since Orca predation in 2017. We work with various shark species, including Bronze Whaler and sevengill sharks.

Gansbaai is known as the great white shark capital of the world and is only a two-and-a-half hour scenic drive from Cape Town. It is here that Great White Shark Tours will make your dreams come true! The experienced crew will share their vast knowledge of the water world where they operate when they take you to view sharks from the surface or underwater from a cage. This marine wonderland is the closest place in the world where you can safely see these apex predators in their natural environment. Great White shark behaviour has been unpredictable since Orca predation in 2017. We work with various shark species, including Bronze Whaler sharks.

This shark cage diving experience gives you an unparalleled view of local marine life in False Bay. Enjoy an eco-friendly small-group experience where you can look out for several shark species—such as seven gills sharks, bronze whaler sharks, and great white sharks. If you’re lucky, you might also see dolphins or whales too.

Escape Cape Town for a full-day scenic coastal adventure to Hermanus, one of the best land-based whale-watching destinations in the world. From June to November, Southern Right Whales migrate to the sheltered bays around Hermanus to mate and calve, offering incredible viewing opportunities just meters from the shore. Whether you're exploring from the cliffs or taking an optional boat cruise, this trip is a must for nature lovers, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts. Highlights Full-day whale watching tour from Cape Town Visit Hermanus, South Africa’s whale-watching capital Best viewing season: June to November (Southern Right Whales) Option to add a 2-hour whale watching boat cruise Scenic drive via Clarence Drive – one of the world’s most beautiful coastal roads Time to explore Hermanus town, cliff path, and shops Optional stop at local wine estate or farmstall en route

Visit a penguin colony at Boulder’s Beach and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve all in one day during this tour, including round-trip transport from Cape Town. First, catch sight of the endangered African penguins on the beach, and then travel over to Cape Point in the nature reserve. Spend ample time at Cape Point, and keep an eye out for ostrich, antelope, and whales.

Get the best possible shot at seeing Africa's Marine Big 5—the African penguin, the Cape fur seal, the bronze whaler sharks, dolphin, and whale—on this guided tour to Dyer Island. An onboard biologist and experienced crew promise an educational experience focused on learning about the biology and behavior of these marine animals. Additionally, get a chance to visit the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary (APSS) either before or after the trip.

Spend time watching one of the world’s most feared fish on this thrilling diving experience. Learn about various shark species from your marine biologist guide, and then dive into the water in a cage to observe sharks in their natural habitat. It's an ideal choice for aquatic animal lovers. Breakfast, snacks, and hotel pick-up and drop-off are included for a truly seamless experience.

Plan your trip to Cape Town in advance with a Cape Town City Pass, which includes over 80 of the city's top attractions and experiences. Choose a 1-, 2-, or 5-day pass, all of which come with a pocket guidebook and access to a digital app with maps and information. The pass also includes transportation on the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus, plus skip-the-line access at several attractions for faster entry.

If you’re a thrill seeker at heart, get your adrenaline pumping on this private, full-day tour of Gansbaai from Cape Town, including a 3-hour shark cage-diving experience. Board a boat, and sink to underwater depths in a protected cage to see sharks and even whales swimming in their natural habitat. Afterward, pick your next adventure before heading back to Cape Town. Choose to go to Hermanus, Overberg, or Stoney Point.

Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see where two oceans meet with a full-day private trip to Cape Agulhas from Cape Town. Visit the southernmost tip of Africa and peer out into the water, where the Indian Ocean and Atlantic Ocean meet.

Choose to get down in the water with the sharks in a cage or enjoy the show from the decks of the boat on this dive tour from Cape Town. Ride from Gansbaai Harbour to the famous Shark Alley, where you can get up close with the animals or stay on deck. Return to Gansbaai Harbour for lunch and a DVD viewing of your adventure.